Emergency Response to Domestic Biological Incidents (PER-220)
This course is designed to help participants safely and effectively respond to a biological incident by using an integrated approach. The course provides detailed information about various biological agents and possible methods of dissemination-whether naturally occurring or intentional. Participants will identify appropriate assessment and response actions and will review personal protection, containment measures, and tools that may be accessed during a biological incident.
Min/Max Enrollment
Min 30; Max 50
Course Length
16 hrs.
Format
Mobile Instructor-Led Training
DHS Course Number
PER-220
Facility Requirements
Please view this document for facility requirements.
Target Audience
The target audience for this course includes responders, administrators, directors, mid-level supervisors, physicians, nurses, and veterinarians from the disciplines below:
- Animal Emergency Services
- Agricultural Safety
- Citizen/Community Volunteer
- Emergency Management
- Emergency Medical Services
- Fire Service
- Governmental Administrative
- Healthcare
- Law Enforcement
- Public Health
- Public Safety Communications
- Private Sector/Corporate Security & Safety Professionals
- Public Works, Transportation SecurityAdministrators
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